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Pickering Place

Hidden Gem

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Urban

Walking, Photography

Year round

Photo: Colin Smith via Geograph.org.uk

Stepping through the narrow oak-panelled tunnel just off St James's Street instantly transports you from the roar of modern London traffic into a silent Georgian time capsule. This miniature courtyard, widely recognised as the smallest public square in the entire capital, preserves an atmosphere vi...

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Parking nearby

3

Food Spots nearby

3

Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

3 day, 7 overnight

Sheesh Mayfair​, Gaia, Claro​

Astor Victoria Hostel, Astor Museum Hostel, Bedford Place Hostels

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FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Pickering Place?
Westminster houses this tiny historical pocket just off St James's Street in central London. Walking down the street brings you to a small opening that opens up into the courtyard.

What type of place is Pickering Place?
Pickering Place is a small public courtyard in Westminster in London.

When is the best time to visit Pickering Place?
Dusk provides the perfect atmosphere because the gas lamps flicker on and cast long shadows across the brickwork. Winter evenings feel especially atmospheric when light mist hangs in the air.

What can you do at Pickering Place?
Admiring the original Georgian architecture and reading up on the old duelling history makes for a wonderful short stop. Photographers often spend time capturing the single gas lamp against the ivy-covered walls.

How long should I spend at Pickering Place?
Allocating about fifteen minutes gives you plenty of time to soak up the quiet atmosphere and snap a few pictures. A brief visit fits perfectly into a wider walking tour of the West End.

Where do I park at Pickering Place?
Motorists can utilise ten spaces nearby, which provide three day and seven overnight spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Pickering Place?
Sheesh Mayfair, Gaia, and Claro provide three options for lunch or dinner nearby. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I stay near Pickering Place?
Astor Victoria Hostel, Astor Museum Hostel, and Bedford Place Hostels offer three choices for an overnight stay in the area. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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